Le Movie Club Presents: La French / The Connection

Le Movie Club is an exciting new collaboration between The Bioscope Independent Cinema, The Alliance Française of Johannesburg and the French Institute of South Africa.

THURS 25 AUG 7:30 for 8pm

On the last Thursday of every month, immerse yourself in the vibrant cultures of French and Francophone films from around the world. Throughout the year there will be different themes such as African cinema, French comedy, Animation and Music. All the films are shown in French with English subtitles. Films provided by courtesy of Institut Français

TICKETS:

R 35 per person (for covering costs only). or
R75 for Ticket + Patachou Patisserie Snack Box* (Sales for this ticket option will close 24 Aug 4pm) 
*Contents:  One Roasted Veggies and feta tart, and a Vanilla éclair.

La French / The Connection by Cédric Jimenez (2014, 2h15)

Marseille, 1975. Pierre Michel, a young magistrate arrived from Metz with wife and children, is appointed judge of organized crime. He decides to tackle the French Connection, a Mafia organisation that exports heroin throughout the world. Throwing all caution to the wind, Judge Michel embarks on a sole crusade against Gaëtan Zampa, an  untouchable godfather and iconic figure of the underworld.

This film contains scenes that some viewers may find disturbing. Viewer discretion advised.